1958 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 737 kg more than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Corvette | Avalanche |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3310 mm |